Making for the Light - Developmental Performance

This event is organised by Newcastle University in collaboration with Operating Theatre as part of the CANDO project. The CANDO (Controlling Abnormal Network Dynamics using Optogenetics) project is a cross disciplinary project to develop a cortical implant for optogenetic neural control. The public engagement programme is funded by The Wellcome Trust.

Newcastle University CANDO Project

"So let us go forward quietly, each on his own path, forever making for the light." Vincent van Gogh
At one time it was known as the sacred disease. A sign of a connection with other realms.
For Ella living with epilepsy has been tough at times. A groundbreaking treatment offers her a chance to make for the light and live symptom free, but will it alter who she is? Will she be turning her back on the very thing that has made her an artist?
 
After the performance there will be a post-show discussion with Alex Elliott (Operating Theatre Artistic Director), Dr Rhys Thomas (Honorary Consultant in Epilepsy), Professor Andy Jackson (Professor of Neural Interfaces and  co-Principal Investigator on the CANDO project) and Vicky McPhee (Member of the CANDO Patient Advisory Group) during which the audience will be invited to ask questions and provide comment on the performance.
This is a performance of a work-in-progress and is intended to obtain feedback of the show to support the continued development of the piece.
Image from "The Starry Night" by Vincent van Gogh, 1889
 
FAQs
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
Please contact Michael White, Regulatory and Engagement Manager, at michael.white2@ncl.ac.uk

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